It’s the Little Things

“Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, who satisfies you with good so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.” Psalm 103:2-5 ESV

Over the last few weeks, I have been thinking about gratitude and what it means to be grateful. Little things mean a lot and we must appreciate what we got. Being grateful means recognizing and appreciating the goodness of God and the blessings in our lives, both big and small. We can always start with our attitude by giving credit where it is due, to the Good Lord. And we can give a hearty thank you to those family members and friends who make it their business to encourage us with positive vibes we can live by.

The other day I had the opportunity to visit with my parents. I always have the best time, laughing and talking with them. My favorite part of the visit are the hugs. They are the stuff of legends for me.  In those moments, I think I am blessed to still have my dad and mom. I am so thankful to the Lord for them, and I do not hesitate to tell them that I love them every time we talk, or I am in their company. My favorite seat is right in between them on the couch as I share funny videos for us to laugh at.

Friends lets focus on the positive things, spend less time on what is lacking and more time on what’s matters most. The Word of God encourages us to cultivate a heart of gratitude and to express thanks in all circumstances, even in the midst of difficulties.

Remember friends, we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.